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1 Penny - Victoria
1856 year| Bronze | 15.1 g | 33.3 mm |
| Issuer | Nova Scotia (Canadian provinces) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1855-1901) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1856 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound (1812-1860) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 15.1 g |
| Diameter | 33.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#22498 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 41% |
Reverse
Mayflower plant. Legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROVINCE OF NOVA SCOTIA
ONE PENNY TOKEN
Designer: John S. Thompson
Edge
Plain.
Comment
NS-6A1 - With L.C.W below bustNS-6A2 - Without initials below bust
Proofs of NS-6A1 exist.
NOTE: Cast Copies exist in Brass and Copper.
This was the first official (government-approved) coin of Nova Scotia. The reverse design, a sprig of mayflower, is now the provincial flower and is considered one of the most beautiful coins made for North America.
These coins were minted by the Heaton's Mint as the Royal Mint of London was overworked.
Interesting fact
The Token 1 Penny - Victoria 1856 from Nova Scotia is a rare and valuable coin, with only a small number of them minted. In fact, it's estimated that only about 300 of these coins were produced, making them highly sought after by collectors. (Source: Canadian Coin News)
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1856 | 360000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Penny - Victoria 1856 coin.
